Articles by Ida Axling
XL Catlin settles law suit against Rural Insurance Group - report
Law360 says breach of contract law suit related to a deal between the two companies in 2014.
PSP Group buys Paul Hicks Insurance Services
Cornwall-based broker brings PSP's GWP up to £20m as business confirms it is looking to make more deals.
FCA denies dragging feet on dual pricing
Christopher Woolard outlined the findings of the regulator’s general market study into pricing and pledged to examine industry impact of the recommendations.
FCA considers ban on dual pricing practices
Regulator publishes interim findings in its general insurance pricing practices market study and states that the home and motor insurance markets are not working well for customers.
The Blog Spot: Time to say #MeToo
Following her news analysis on sexism and harassment in the regional broker space Ida Axling reflects on her own experiences.
A-Plan spent £9.4m on Jelf's personal lines business
The deal saw business from 26 Jelf branches move across to A-Plan.
TH March reports falling profits
The specialist jewellery broker says results were impacted by an exceptional cost of £289,000 but also highlights "good growth".
Brunel Group launches employee benefits business
Anders Lewis, previously of Gallagher, has been hired to launch the newly created company.
News analysis: Sexual harassment in spotlight as report shames Lloyd’s
Reports of misconduct at Lloyd’s have prompted questions over the prevalence of sexism in the wider insurance industry
Luker Rowe buys Trident Insurance Brokers
Business brings Luker Rowe's GWP up to £19m as MD Chris Luker confirms the broker is looking to make more deals.
One Call's turnover falls in 2018
Doncaster-headquartered broker also reported a small rise in operating profit.
RSA boss in the running to become HSBC CEO - report
The Sunday Times reports that RSA group CEO Stephen Hester is on the shortlist as HSBC searches for a new leader.
Disappointment as Scottish discount rate to remain at -0.75%
Lawyers warn that the lower rate in Scotland can cause delays and lead to higher costs for Scottish taxpayers after the rate in England and Wales was changed to -0.25% in July.
Inga Beale "not surprised" by Lloyd's culture survey results
In an interview with City AM, the former Lloyd's CEO described the insurance industry as "old-fashioned", with alcohol remaining an issue despite the booze ban on Lloyd's employees.
Turnover and profits up at Eldon in 2018
The firm's broking businesses reported growth in income to £68.9m.
Broking Break - Your Top Five
This week brokers have wanted to read all about the latest high profile people moves.
Quizzical questions: 27 September 2019
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
Bayles pledges continued broker focus after Aviva management reshuffle
Aviva chief distribution officer, Phil Bayles, says new commercial lines structure will make it easier for brokers to know where to go.
Tarian Underwriting unveils cyber platform
Business said the new system will make its specialist cyber cover available to regional brokers.
Applied launches Epic in Northern Ireland
Software house says the system, which was launched in the rest of the UK in 2016, will enable brokers to better manage customer relationships, sales opportunities.
Rob Townend to leave Aviva
The UK GI managing director is set to exit as the insurer reveals management changes amid GI and life split.
GRP hires investment director to ramp up acquisition strategy
Scott Hallett to work with GRP's brokers and MGAs on new deals.
Axa XL teams up with Accenture on cyber security services
Provider says partnership will benefit Axa XL brokers and clients.
Aviva adds former RSA chief financial officer as NED
George Culmer has previously worked at Lloyd's Banking Group, RSA, Zurich and Prudential.